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Water's Edge

Overview

Water's Edge Family Campground offers a classic New England outdoor experience tucked away in the historic town of Lebanon, Connecticut. This park sits on the shores of a scenic lake, providing a mix of wooded campsites and waterfront views that appeal to those looking to disconnect from the daily grind. It balances a peaceful atmosphere with a robust schedule of community events, making it a staple for families who return year after year for its welcoming and social environment.

Location & Surroundings

Situated in New London County, the park is surrounded by the rolling hills and rich agricultural landscape of eastern Connecticut. The centerpiece is the direct access to Lower Gardners Lake, which provides a serene backdrop for morning coffee or sunset walks along the shoreline. Lebanon itself is famous for its historic town green, one of the largest in the country, giving the area a timeless feel that reflects its roots as a significant Revolutionary War hub.

Amenities & Park Features

The facility is well-equipped for modern RVers, offering spacious sites that accommodate various rig sizes. On-site recreation is centered around the sparkling swimming pool and the lake. Key features include:

  • Direct access to the water for fishing and boating.
  • A recreation hall hosting seasonal weekend dances and bingo.
  • A well-stocked camp store and clean laundry facilities.

Children often gravitate toward the playground and the arcade for afternoon fun, while the pet-friendly atmosphere ensures the whole family can enjoy the stay.

Nearby Attractions & Things to Do

While the park offers plenty of quiet, it is conveniently located near some of Connecticut's most famous landmarks. Guests can take a short drive to the Mystic Seaport Museum to explore maritime history or visit the nearby casinos for world-class dining. For those who prefer the outdoors, the Air Line State Park Trail offers miles of scenic hiking and biking paths, while the whimsical architecture of Gillette Castle provides a unique day-trip destination for explorers.

Who This Park Is Best For

This destination is ideal for active families seeking a safe and engaging environment where children can participate in themed weekends and outdoor play. It also caters to nature lovers who prioritize water access and quiet evenings by a campfire. Because of its central location in the eastern part of the state, it serves as an excellent home base for travelers who want to balance relaxation with excursions to coastal towns and historic sites.

Amenities

- Recreational Facilities

• Swimming Pool
• Pond
• Swimming
• Fishing
• Boat Rental
• Horseshoes
• Rec Hall
• Game Room
• Playground

- Policies

• Pets Welcome
• Pet Restrictions
• Pet Restriction on Quantity
• Tent Camping Allowed

- Other Amenities & Services

• Restroom and Showers
• Laundry
• ATM Machine
• Enclosed Dog Run
• Dog Park

- Recreation Nearby (within 10 miles)

• Fishing
• Hiking
• Boating
• Kayaking/Canoeing
• Mountain Biking
• Watersports

- Discounts

• Military Discount

- Facility

• Type (Campground)
• Partial Handicap Access

- Internet

• WiFi at Overnite Sites
• WiFi Hotspot
• WiFi at Park
• WiFi at Park Supports Mobile Devices
• WiFi Hotspots (21)
• 2 Devices supported per Overnite Site
• 72 Sites with WiFi

- Hunting Nearby (within 20 miles)

• Season: Winter,Fall

- On-Site Rentals

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- Sites

• Total Spaces (200)
• Spaces Available (72)
• Width (35)
• Max Length (50)
• 20 Amp
• 30 Amp
• Grass Sites (40)
• Dirt Sites (32)
• Seasonal Sites
• Water (72)
• Electric (72)
• Max Amps (30)
• Pull-thrus (2)
• Pull-thru Size (35 x 50)
• Back-ins (44 x 39)
• Site Length (50)
• Fire Rings

User Reviews

Shelly and Racey Walker

October 08, 2025

The staff are very nice at this campground. There is a nice large pond where you can catch fish. There is not much to do in the small towns around this campground and it takes quite a while to get to the campground off of the road. you are traveling on.We will probably not come back to this campground.

Mike Jewell

September 02, 2025

Great faimly campground with daily activities. Facilities were clean, staff was friendly, and most sites were plenty big enough.

Jim Geiger

August 14, 2025

Very nice campground! Professional and friendly staff. All aspects of visit were pleasant. Thank you!

F Mac

June 04, 2025

One staff lady is rude at front desk All you hear Monday thru Friday is chain saws and leaf blowers. It is annoying at best. Pumping station has constant issues. Roads are horrible and dangerous for kids. No real activities unless you are a senior. Skunks and deer are all over. Twin brothers (owners) are great! They just have no clue how their business is being hurt by someone who has no skill regarding how to treat people. Most of maintenance staff is nasty to patrons and they don't care. If you like golf cart parades and corn hole you will love it. Seasonal people think they own it and have no problem yelling at campers. Prices are too high for a fun stay. Watch out for trees and limbs falling on your camper and cars. And water from broken pipes flooding your site. Not a good pick.

Matt Carroll

May 28, 2025

Been camping here for several years. Great place, friendly people. Very sorry to hear that some weekender campers ruined it for some people leaving the 1 star review. But, I can assure you that is the exception, and not the rule. This place is usually quiet, and they do have people going around making sure the quiet time is enforced. I don't know why that wasn't the case during their visit. I have seen loud people forced to leave before. It's a very family oriented campground, with lots of well thought out activities. Update 2025: The weekend activities have definitely fallen off the last few years after a particular camper that used to host everything left, and the replacements have not maintained that level of fun or cohesiveness. This will be our last year as seasonals there. It's still a nice campground, but the activities have gotten stale, and the few new activities are not professionally done. While we may be done camping completely, the campground was an influence in that decision, but not the entire reason. Its still a nice place overall.

christy delvey

January 21, 2025

Great family campground. Lots of activities for adults and kids. Really clean facilities.

Jon S

September 11, 2024

Water’s Edge is a bit of a mixed bag. First I have to say that the sites are a tad on the small side, but the setup is very very good. Power and water are in a great place, a the sites are super level. I really didn’t have an issue with site size because I have a smaller camper. The nightly spots are close to the store and pool. It does seem like a campground that is leaning hard into seasonals (there are very few sites with just simple electric/water hookups). Apparently, they don’t even allow tent campers anymore. One issue is that the rental cabins are close to the normal rental spots and I feel like the people who rent cabins are a bit more disruptive. One of the cabins was blasting music the entire weekend (so not only did we not get a choice in the music selection, we had to listen to ads too). It would be nice if campgrounds would adjust their policies on electric car charging. Charging a car at 8A over a weekend is far less than a normal camper with an A/C.

Dan H

July 04, 2024

July 2024 Visit-We have been coming here for more than 10 years. This is one of our favorite campgrounds. The lake is beautiful. There is a nice pool and a sandy beach area on the lake. They have a small dog park, rec hall, horseshoes, playground and kids mining setup. The majority of sites are seasonal. One thing that makes this campground standout is how friendly the seasonal campers are towards weekend campers. We have definitely been to campgrounds where you are unwelcome by seasonal's. The very first time we stayed at Water's Edge we were invited to a nearby party on one of the seasonal sites. The office staff is friendly and helpful. I'm not sure how long they have had it but with the Campspot reservations you can pre check in so when you get to the office it's faster. $10 deposit for a gate card which you get back at departure. A few notes: 1.They no longer accept campers in tents. Not sure why but there is a sign up. 2. If you have a large RV there are some tight spots due to large trees. 3. There are no sewer hook ups but they of course have a dump station which is fine but be aware you have to climb a steep hill, make a tight turn and descend the hill on the other side to get to it. We had no trouble in our 30 foot TT but suggest you might want to check out the route before departure day. One really great thing about the dump station here is that it is at a full bath house so you can go in and wash up right after. A big plus here is the proximity to the Airline Trail. An old rail bed made for recreation. It crosses the road not far from the campground. I have ridden my bike from the campground and taken the trail all the way into Willimantic. Great for bikes and walkers. There are a few picnic tables and benches along the way. Here are some pictures. We love the sites at the far end of the lake - L15, 16, 16A. We stayed on H12 just across the driveway. Large site with lake views. Very peaceful.

h26t

April 26, 2024

Addressing Miscommunication at Waters Edge Family Campground I must express my disappointment with my recent stay at Waters Edge Family Campground. Despite carefully reviewing their terms and conditions, which clearly specify an age requirement of 18 for campground usage, our visit was marred by several issues that left us dissatisfied. Upon arrival, we were greeted with unwelcoming behavior from the staff and found the campground's layout to be cramped, with limited maneuvering space for vehicles. Furthermore, we were informed on the day of our planned prom night gathering, after booking the campground for a week, that our presence was unwelcome due to concerns about potential parties. While we appreciate the campground's stance against underage drinking, the miscommunication regarding their policies was frustrating. It's important to note that prior to their call, the only issue communicated to us was the lack of someone aged 21 or older staying at the campground. This discrepancy in communication added to our confusion and dissatisfaction. The presence of a leaking hose at our site, coupled with unsanitary restroom facilities, further detracted from our experience. We had hoped for a pleasant stay but were met with disappointment. Following a discussion with campground staff, it was clarified that the minimum age requirement was not the issue, but rather a policy against hosting parties. We are relieved that this matter has been resolved, albeit belatedly. In the future, we urge the campground to communicate their policies clearly and promptly to avoid similar misunderstandings. Transparency and professionalism are essential for ensuring a positive experience for all guests. While we appreciate the campground's efforts to rectify the situation, we hope that improvements will be made to prevent similar occurrences in the future. Thank you for your attention to this matter.

Amanda Dorsett

April 26, 2024

I hate to write reviews but I am very dissatisfied with this campground. Online it states that you have to be 18 to have a campsite there. We towed in last night and set up and two hours after check in the staff came to my site and said you now have to be 21. I was accompanied by a 21 year old. They said the owner would be down to talk to us and we waited all night and there was no sign of the owner. The next day I received a call from the campground saying we need to remove our camper and they will be charging us for the night the camper was there due to the owner not showing up. Not impressed with the service but the atmosphere is gorgeous.

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